Meghan Markle and her husband, Prince Harry, are living a quiet life outside the royal sphere in California. Now, the duchess has shared a rare glimpse of their 4‑year‑old daughter, Princess Lilibet, as fans draw comparisons to Princess Diana.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle became international news when they announced their decision to step back from the Royal Family in 2020. In January that year, the couple shared the bombshell news on social media, saying they were taking a “step back.”
“After many months of reflection and internal discussions, we have chosen to make a transition this year in starting to carve out a progressive new role within this institution,” they said in a statement at the time. “We intend to step back as ‘senior’ members of the Royal Family and work to become financially independent, while continuing to fully support Her Majesty The Queen.”
“Megxit” became a reality, and Harry and Meghan left the UK for a completely new life in the U.S. However, with the accusations the couple made against the Royal Family in interviews — and not least through Harry’s memoir Spare — the relationship didn’t exactly improve. Still, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex wanted a more private life.
Besides buying a house dubbed “Fort Knox” for its massive security, Harry and Meghan have chosen not to share many photos of their children with the public. Their firstborn, Archie, is now six, and their daughter, Lilibet, is four.
Meghan Markle shares rare glimpse of 4‑year‑old daughter Lilibet
According to a close friend speaking with People magazine, “Harry has been reluctant to show his children publicly, not out of a desire to hide them but to protect their privacy and safety from potential threats.” The source added, “As a dad and husband, Harry is determined to ensure that history doesn’t repeat itself.”
While few pictures of Archie and Lilibet were seen in their early years, Harry and Meghan have recently posted more frequently about their children. As recently as Easter, Meghan shared photos and videos of their kids enjoying an Easter Egg Hunt.
In one video, Archie and Lilibet carried small baskets, visibly excited about the hunt. Lilibet wore a pink outfit paired with adorable bunny ears, and both children laughed as they ran across the family garden.
Fans adored the images, with many drawing emotional connections to Princess Diana. The late princess, who died in a tragic car accident in Paris in 1997, was known for her relaxed, hands‑on parenting style.
Compared to Princess Diana
On Facebook, one fan wrote, “Gosh, I love how you’re making Easter so special for the kids! It’s great to see the whole family having fun together.” Another commented, “Oh my, they are getting really big. Love Lili’s hair [sic].”
A third added, “Loving seeing little children run free and having fun just as any normal child should. I hope you found lots of chocolate, Archie and Lilli.” A fourth wrote, “Super cute kids having Easter fun with all the activities. Love the video!” while a fifth said, “Hope your Easter is as bright and beautiful as the photos!”
Another person focused on how Harry and his children resemble one another, saying, “Both children have beautiful hair color from their Daddy’s side.”
One user compared Lilibet to Princess Diana, writing, “SHE REMINDED ME OF PRINCESS DIANA. REMEMBER WHEN THERE WAS A RUNNING COMPETITION IN HER CHILDREN’S SCHOOL, SHE REMOVED HER SHOES AND RAN BAREFOOT?”
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